HR 40
Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans Act
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This bill establishes a commission to study and develop reparations proposals for African Americans, stemming from the history of slavery and subsequent discrimination. The commission will investigate the role of the U.S. government in supporting slavery, analyze discriminatory laws and policies, and recommend potential remedies, including a formal apology and compensation. The commission’s findings and recommendations will be submitted to Congress within 18 months.
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Sheila Jackson Lee
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